Soo...I whipped up a couple of 90 minute shirts yesterday for the girls-matching ones-since I had enough fabric. They really like them-either that, or Charlotte is really excited about a tree. (probably the tree)I say "whipped up" like it's no biggie, but really once you do a few of them, they don't take much time! I think both shirts together took … [Read more...]
KCWC-grey and pink
October 13, 2011 By 17 Comments
Grey and pink are so adorable together, don't you think? Especially for the littles. I made this quick dress (using my Ice Cream Social dress tutorial) for a baby girl on the way...I hope she and her momma like it. :) I added some loops on either side and a tie-cute huh? I also did the sleeves a little differently-I think I'll also add a … [Read more...]
KCWC-fall basics
October 12, 2011 By 32 Comments
Day three of the Kids Clothes Week Challenge-made this little skirt and top outfit-I wanted some fall basics she could mix and match with other pieces. (most of the time her choice is a dress....) I've had this cute heart-patterned knit for awhile so I was muy excited to use it up! I really really REALLY like this skirt! It's a simple paperbag … [Read more...]
KCWC-wee little pink dress
October 11, 2011 By 26 Comments
Day two of the KCWC I made this little pink number for a friend's baby girl. The shower is this Saturday, but I'm pretty sure she doesn't check my blog all the time...but if you see this post before then, Aimee, er...act surprised. It's a simple little A-line shift with a button closure (of course), and a big pleated panel in the front. (size 9-12 … [Read more...]
pleated pom pom dress
October 10, 2011 By 21 Comments
I made this pleated dress the other day before we left for Disneyland, anticipating that I would be insanely busy this week (Kids Clothes Week, plus many other things) and I was also struck by inspiration. And when inspiration strikes, you best go with it. I lined it in a fun print that some of you may recognize...it was fun to use up the scraps … [Read more...]
Kids Clothes week
October 7, 2011 By 15 Comments
Are you gearing up for Kids Clothes Week? I always love these weeks Meg does-my favorite part is all the inspiration and sharing of ideas that goes on. I also welcome the opportunity to make some fall clothes this year-I'm hoping to get some longer sleeved shirts done, and maybe a jacket or cardigan. We'll see!Speaking of which, might I ever … [Read more...]
Minnie Mouse dresses
October 5, 2011 By 34 Comments
We are big Disneyland fans in this house, and since we're headed down for a trip soon, I just had to make the girls some matching Minnie Mouse dresses! (and by "had to" I mean I thought of the idea, and then kept putting it off til right before the trip...gotta love the last minute sewing scramble)They're uber simple peasant dresses (I use this … [Read more...]
the Lovebird tunic
October 4, 2011 By 83 Comments
So I cleaned out Sadie's shirt drawer the other day and found out that she had outgrown half of them! That, coupled with cooler weather (hopefully) on the way, spurred me to make this tunic with longish sleeves. (Sadie's official opinion: "Mom da sleeves are big. But I wike the birds.") While this top was coming together, I was worried that it … [Read more...]
how to make piping
September 29, 2011 By 42 Comments
Piping. I used to be so intimidated by it, but it adds such a fun touch to projects, and it's so, so, sew ;) easy to make yourself and add a custom touch to a project. Seriously I kept thinking it would be so time consuming and hard to make my own piping, but it took hardly any time at all. You'll need:piping cordfabriczipper foot for your sewing … [Read more...]
new pillow covers (and a cute face)
September 28, 2011 By 20 Comments
You saw my other attempt at bringing color into my living room...here is phase 2 of the pillow cover take-over. Rory's reaction (and I quote) "That's a big flower."My Dad's reaction (also quoting verbatim) "That's a big flower."Agh. Men. They just don't understand how cute giant flowers can be! Am I right, ladies? (of course I am) I have had … [Read more...]